Bill Gates's house, Lakefront mansion in Medina, United States
Bill Gates's house is a mansion in Medina, Washington State, that spreads across multiple wings and sits embedded into a forested lakeside hillside. The rooms are distributed across different levels connected by passageways, housing various living quarters, reception spaces, and technical installations.
Planning began in the late 1980s and construction continued until 2005, with Seattle-based architects developing a concept for a home integrated into the landscape. The extended construction period allowed for the integration of new technical systems and adaptable room solutions as the project evolved.
The estate serves as a private retreat and can only be viewed from a distance, with the neighborhood shaped by strict privacy expectations. Visitors from the tech community see this area as a symbol of digital revolution success in the Pacific Northwest.
The residence is not open to the public and remains hidden behind dense vegetation and security features barely visible from the road. Those exploring the area can gain a sense of the property's scale from the water or by walking along adjacent public pathways.
An underground trampoline room with a 20-foot (6-meter) ceiling offers space for athletic activities away from daylight. The entire property is managed by a computer system that greets visitors through portable devices with personalized settings for temperature and lighting.
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